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Columbus Can't Wait

Tareya Palmer

Booking Overview

Columbus Can't Wait is a locally focused political literacy and community power show based in Columbus, Ohio. It’s a strong platform for guests who work on civic reform, public safety/mental health policy, education governance, and progressive organizing, with an emphasis on accountability and community impact.

Metrics

Episodes: 90

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 131 subscribers

Instagram: 2.2k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

columbuscantwait@gmail.com

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Host

Tareya Palmer - Host of Columbus Can't Wait, centered on local politics and building political literacy in Columbus, Ohio. Produced and recorded at Statehouse Studio, with the show featuring community leaders, adv...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Community organizers, policy advocates, political party leadership, and candidates/leaders with direct ties to Columbus/central Ohio civic issues (e.g., public safety/mental health initiatives, school board/education reform, ballot measures, progressive organizing).
Required Achievements:  
Leading campaigns or ballot initiatives, Affiliation with recognized local advocacy/issue organizations, Holding leadership roles in political organizations or education systems, Running for or advising on local education governance

Recent Guest Discussions

Chana Wiley - Issue 5 Mental Health Response Initiative; Grief And Accountability; Crisis Response And Police Practices; Ballot Initiative Strategy And Pushback

Jasmine Ayers - Progressive Politics; Democratic Strategy Challenges; Community Power; Candidate Authenticity

Aleena Starks - Progressive Politics In Ohio; Challenging The Democratic Status Quo; Running As Progressives; Outreach To Black Voters; Building Community Power And Authentic Candidates

Dr. Jermaine Kennedy - Education Leadership Background; Mentorship; Views On School Closures And Budgets; Partnerships For Student Support

Recent Topics

Local Politics, Public Policy, Political Literacy, Community Power, Accountability

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Columbus Can't Wait
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Live at 614 Day: City Council, Commissioner Crawley on What's Next for Columbus

September 02, 2026

Recorded live at 614 Day in June, this panel brought together Columbus City Council members Emmanuel Remy, Lourdes Barroso de Padilla, Tiara Ross and Franklin County Commissioner Erica Crawley to talk about what has been shaping Central Ohio lately, from the housing crisis and much-needed support for youth to the push for creative local partnerships amid shrinking federal funding.Heads up: This one was shot outside our normal studio, so the sound and video are a little different than normal. ...

What's Really Behind the Whitehall Recall? With Mayor Bivens, Councilmembers Harcar and Elmore

June 16, 2026

Whitehall is changing, and not everyone is happy about it. Mayor Michael Bivens and Councilmembers Harcar and Elmore join us to break down the citizen-led recall effort targeting city leadership, the misinformation fueling it and what's really at stake for the folks who call Whitehall home.For more information: yesforprogress.comHosted by Tareya. Recorded and shot at Statehouse Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer and Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

Michael Cole, Ohio House Candidate, on School Board Challenges, Education Reform and the Fight for Ohio's Future

April 23, 2026

Michael Cole, candidate for Ohio House District 2, joins us to talk about growing up in Cleveland and how an early interest in politics led him to the school board, and now a run for the Statehouse.We get into Education Choice, the lack of buy-in for public education at the state level and why the school district is in the financial place it's in. He breaks down his work on the board, what he'd do differently, and what it looks like to advocate for public education with a Republican-led legis...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Columbus Can't Wait
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How do I get in touch with Columbus Can't Wait?

Columbus Can't Wait is hosted by Tareya Palmer. Its publicly listed email is columbuscantwait@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Columbus Can't Wait?

The publicly listed email for Columbus Can't Wait: columbuscantwait@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Columbus Can't Wait have?

Podseeker estimates Columbus Can't Wait reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Columbus Can't Wait?

Columbus Can't Wait typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Community organizers, policy advocates, political party leadership, and candidates/leaders with direct ties to Columbus/central Ohio civic issues (e.g., public safety/mental health initiatives, school board/education reform, ballot measures, progressive organizing). Common among recent guests: Leading campaigns or ballot initiatives; Affiliation with recognized local advocacy/issue organizations; Holding leadership roles in political organizations or education systems. Recent guests include Chana Wiley, Jasmine Ayers, and Aleena Starks.

How hard is it to get booked on Columbus Can't Wait?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Columbus Can't Wait cover?

Recent episodes cover Local Politics, Public Policy, Political Literacy, Community Power, and Accountability. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

columbuscantwait@gmail.com

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